The Odyssey: Part II

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Odysseus to Telemachus: No tears or emotion

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"This is not princely to be swept away by wonder..."

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Epic simile vs standard simile

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More complex in length and context

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Disguise of Odysseus in Part II

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A beggar

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Purpose of "Argus" chapter

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Emphasizes Odysseus' long absence from home

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Importance of Penelope talking to the 'beggar'

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Builds suspense

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Character trait of Penelope

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Loyalty

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Theme in Part 2 of The Odyssey

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Good overcomes evil

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Odysseus's dissembling

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Did not reveal true feelings to Antinous

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Maudlin

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Self-pity

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Treating with contempt

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Scorn and worthlessness